Thematic Bible: Loyalty to, encouraged


Thematic Bible



Say not a curse against the king, even in your thoughts; and even secretly say not a curse against the man of wealth; because a bird of the air will take the voice, and that which has wings will give news of it. Verse ConceptsBedroomsCivic DutiesHonouring RulersDisclosuresDo Not TellThe Rich Lording ItUngodly CursingPrivate RoomsBirdsFunThoughtsAbusesecretscriticismrumorsriskgossiping

The wrath of the king is like those who give news of death, but a wise man will put peace in place of it. In the light of the king's face there is life; and his approval is like a cloud of spring rain.

Basic English, produced by Mr C. K. Ogden of the Orthological Institute - public domain